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1 | Is it a sin not to vote in elections? | 1 Timothy | Hugger | 2793 | ||
Reading on this topic reminds me of the verse in Romans 14:23b ...and everything that does not come from faith is sin. I believe that God is interested in your heart attitude in whatever you do. In the case for voting....that is being a good citizen and steward of the land the Lord has given us. It infuences our lives...I believe we should but I am not compelled to vote just because it is a command but also because of my heart response. Blessings....Hugger | ||||||
2 | Is it a sin not to vote in elections? | 1 Timothy | kalos | 2802 | ||
Just off the top of my head, I can't think of a single verse of Scripture that either commands or prohibits voting by Christians. I can't see voting or not voting as any sort of moral issue. For lack of a clear verse of Scripture to the contrary, my understanding is that one believer ought not to condemn another for either voting or not voting. As far as Christians in general, some make a sound argument in favor of voting because it's your duty in a democracy. Others, equally sincere, point out that Jesus said his kingdom was no part of this world and that his disciples were no part of this world. I personally follow the policy of the little old lady in Maine who was quoted as saying, regarding the candidates, "Oh, I never vote. It only encourages them." | ||||||